Dubai in not known to have widespread flora and fauna.htm as in other parts of the world. However, during my month long stay, I found plants and creatures in an amazing variety. I was surprised at the range of flora and fauna which Dubai does have and has managed to service in this hot arid desert climate.

I booked a tour from one of the Four Star Hotels Dubai I was staying at. I arrange for the tour guide to take my to all the oasis . I took note that the main flora of Dubai is the indigenous date palms . We were eastern bound when we came upon flat topped Acacia trees . During the rains and after the rains, it’s the aroma of the Acacia trees which waifs though the desert air; a smell of one never forgets. I found wild grasses scattered all through out the mountains. We finally arrived at my first ever Desert oasis. I was thrilled to say the least. My imagination took hold and I hoped to see a Sheik with his many wives and slaves attending camels. But, alas, no such image appeared when we came upon the uniquely green area in the middle of the desert. Dubai’s city has a program that aid in keeping these marvels of the desert pristine and green, not only for the locals, but for the main purpose of attracting tourist. Horticultural applications are encouraged in Dubai to landscape with greenery and not keep the desert look. From the few days I’ve been here in Dubai, they have been very successful in all the main areas of Dubai which have been landscaped beautifully.

The original fauna of Dubai is the Arabian leopards and Ibex . But, during my tour, I did spot either one. If I had more time, I would book a more extensive desert adventure tour. Camels, of course, I consider Dubai’s fauna along with the donkeys and goats which I had no problem spotting. As a matter of fact, they are often seen crossing most major highways. Other desert animals like the Sand Cat, Sand Fox, Hedgehogs, Gerbils, Geckos and snakes are in abundance also. Dubai in known internationally for its rich marine life which complements the lack of wildlife. I was truly amazed at the, even in the boom growth of Dubai, how beautiful the flora and fauna is in the deserts of Dubai.

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